Life Tributes
Michael Darin James
February 21, 2023
Michael Darin James AKA "Pittsburgh" lost his battle with cancer on February 21, 2023. He was born in Darlington, SC in 1965 but lived most of his life in Greenville, SC. He is predeceased by his mother: Dollie James and survived by his father Ray James. He is also predeceased by a son: Jesse James and survived by children: Jacob...
Bruce G. Miller
February 21, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of Bruce G. Miller (Jerry) of Easley SC. He died at age 70 on February 21, 2023, after battling illness. Jerry was predeceased by his father Bruce Miller, mother Marvella Miller, brother Ron Miller and child Heather Miller. He is survived by his brothers Mike and Sonny Miller, sister Bunny Whitehead, and numerous...
Richard Lamar Brackin
February 21, 2023
Woodruff, SC - Richard Lamar Brackin, 74, passed away on February 21, 2023. He was born in Butler, GA on October 19, 1948 to his parents, Doris and Ollie Brackin (Deceased). Richard was a decorated Vietnam Combat Veteran. Richard spent his career Supervising Construction and Maintenance. He had a tremendous love for his family, his dogs, and motorcycles. Richard is...
Bob Cavedo
February 20, 2023
Bob Cavedo, 93, of Greer SC passed on February 20, 2023, after a long battle with dementia. Bob was born in Richmond Va.to Harold and Agnes Cavedo. He spent his childhood and teen years in various cities in North Carolina, always considering Fayetteville NC his hometown. He maintained close ties to friends there and surrounding area throughout his life. Recollections...
Marion Lee "Rock" Batson
February 20, 2023
Marion Lee Batson "Rock", 77, of Greenville, SC, went to be with his Lord of Savior on February 20, 2023. He is the son of the late Grace Carrie Lou Styles and the late William Toy Batson born on October 20, 1946. Marion is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara Ann Batson; daughters: Tammy (Doug) Rogers of Greenville,...
William "Bill" Morin Jr.
February 19, 2023
William “Bill” Morin Jr. (79, Simpsonville SC) was called to the starting tee on February 19, 2023 to play in a foursome with Payne Stewart, Arnie Palmer and his dad, Wm. Clarke Morin Sr following a battle with brain cancer. Originally from Rochester, NY, born July 24, 1943, Bill was an Eagle Scout, a graduate of The Harley School (1961)...
Sherry Leroy
February 19, 2023
Sherry Leroy, 60, of Spartanburg, Sc, went to be with her Lord and Savior, on February 19, 2023. She was the daughter of Lester Franklin Leroy and Dorothy Jean Burnett, born on February 22, 1962, in Chester, SC. Sherry is survived by her daughters: Ashley (Josh), Jennifer (Justin, and Jessica (Hayden); siblings: David (Janie), Paul (Patricia), Judy (Billy), Randall, Debra...
Barbara Fox Wilson
February 19, 2023
Barbara Fox Wilson, 71, of Greenville, SC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 19, 2023. Born August 16, 1951, in Hickory, NC, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Mary Lou Fox. Barbara is survived by her husband, Darrell Wilson LTC (Ret), USA; children, Matt and Brett Cater; and her brother, Roger Fox. Barbara...
Wilma Greer
February 19, 2023
Wilma Greer, 60, of Marietta, SC, passed away on February 19, 2023. She was the daughter of John D. Looney and Edna Alice Champon, born in Greenville, SC, on September 11, 1962. She is survived by her child: Chris Greer (Wendy Ramey of Seneca, SC; grandchildren: Raylan and Austin of Seneca, SC; siblings: Mary McCarson (Jr) of Easley, SC, Thelma...
David Paul King
February 18, 2023
David Paul King, 74, passed away February 18, 2023. Born in Hendersonville, NC, David was a son of the late John Lee James, Sr. and Lillian Beatrice Bell King. He spent his career in construction. Surviving are two daughters, Brandy King (Rickie) and Cheyanne Garrison; two grandchildren, Brandon (Hannah) and Hope; one great-granddaughter, Amelia; one sister and three brothers, Judy...
Auther Neil Roach
February 18, 2023
Auther Neil Roach, 74, passed away at his home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by family. Neil is survived by his wife of 57 years, Annette W. Roach, daughters, Kelley (Richard) Giambrone and Allison (Brian) Cowan, sister Evonne (Monta)Smith and brother William (Deborah) Roach and granddaughter Michelle Annette Giambrone-Roach, to whom he will always be “My Poppy”. He was...
Joseph Lawrence Henson
February 17, 2023
Joseph Lawrence Henson, 90, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 17, 2023. Born August 13, 1932, to Circuit-Riding Preacher Joseph LaFayette Henson and Jesse Green in Hollis, OK, he was taught to respect the Word of God at a very early age. He attended school in Durango, CO, where he graduated HS at...
Richard Wayne Allen
February 17, 2023
HONEA PATH — Richard Wayne Allen was a resident of Honea Path for the past 40 years. He was born in Greenwood, SC, and attended Ware Shoals High School. “Big Rick” was a fun loving soul who brought many smiles and so much laughter to anyone who met him. He was a loving man who so many depended on daily...
Michael Frank Martin
February 16, 2023
Michael Frank Martin, 76, of 119 Cherry Hill Road, Laurens, SC, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023, after a brief illness. Born in Laurens on January 10, 1947, Mike was the son of the late Frank Addison Martin of Gray Court. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 46 years, Connie K. Martin, and an infant daughter, Connie Lynn...
Perry Wayne Bevis
February 16, 2023
Perry Wayne Bevis, 53 of Pacolet Mills, SC passed away Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the home of his friend and caregiver in Chesnee, SC. He was the son of the late Paul William Bevis and Peggy Doris Guthrie Bevis. Perry enjoyed fishing, going to Chimney Rock, eating at the Fishcamp, and visiting his family, and friends. Perry made stick...
Clayton Arthur Tomany Jr.
February 16, 2023
Clayton Arthur Tomany Jr., of Pickens SC, passed away on February 16, 2023, at the age of 70. He was born on March 1, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois, to parents Clayton Arthur Tomany Sr. and Grace Marie Tully, both of whom preceded him in death. Clayton was a loving father to his only son, Joseph Tomany, and was a devoted...
Carolyn Turner Cox
February 15, 2023
Carolyn Turner Cox was a caring wife, mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. She left this world on February 15, 2023, with her husband by her side. The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Carolyn. She loved reading a good book with a Coke in her hand. Carolyn was predeceased by he parents, Evelyn and Garris Johnson. Carolyn is survived...
Rebecca Ann Solesbee Arms
February 15, 2023
Rebecca Ann Solesbee Arms, 77 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023 from complications related to cancer at Regional Hospice House in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She is survived by two siblings: J.W. Solesbee (Jean) and Marlene Pittman; along with her two grandsons: David Center (Shannon) and Derek Center (Kristen). She was preceded in death by her siblings: Sammy Solesbee...
Eunice DeCourcy Lasker
February 15, 2023
Eunice DeCourcy Lasker passed away on February 15, 2023, in Greenville S.C. She was born Eunice Mary DeCourcy on May 25, 1925, in St. Petersburg, Florida. She was the daughter of pioneer farmers in Kansas and Oklahoma, who traded their farm in the Plains for an orange grove in Florida. Her mother was widowed during the Depression and raised two...
Linda Faye Thornton
February 15, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Faye Thornton, a resident of Woodruff, SC, who passed away on February 15, 2023, at the age of 72. Linda was born on October 2, 1950, in Spartanburg, SC, to George and Catherine Collins. She grew up alongside her sisters, Jo Ann Ingram (preceded) and Barbara C. Grant....